End the year with a holiday art camp or New Year's Eve celebrations, and start 2025 on the right foot with hiking at Lakeside park.

Dec. 26-27 | Two-day holiday art camp

Drop off kids ages 6 to 14 for a day of making and baking crafts while learning about a variety of art processes. Each day is different and may include slime making, recycled art, stitching and weaving, multimedia art journals or soap making.Dec. 27 | Big Daddy Band

Big Daddy Band is a high-energy dance band best known for its wide variety of music ranging from country rock, hip-hop, R&B and top-40 hits. The band will be playing at Sambuca 360, which is located in Plano’s Shops at Legacy and features cocktails, new American bites and a dance floor.Dec. 31 | New Year’s Eve Celebration at Sidecar Social

Kiss 2024 goodbye with live music at the Sidecar Social in Frisco. Catch the big countdown on the venue's 18 foot screens with live music by Good Questions and toast in 2025 with a complimentary glass of bubbles at midnight while balloons and confetti drop.Dec. 31 | Casino Royale New Year's Eve Party at The Westin Southlake


The Westin Southlake invites guests to its annual New Year’s Eve party. The night involves an open bar, casino play and a live performance by The BackBeat Band.Dec. 31 | License to Thrill

Get ready to dance and gamble at the Hotel Vin. There will be a dance floor and a chance to strike the best glamorous 007 pose at a complimentary photo booth. Step onto the casino floor and try various games of chance such as roulette, craps, poker and blackjack.Jan. 1 | New Year’s On North Shore

Start the new year with some hiking at Lakeside Park. There will be a station set up for hydration and snacks at the MADD Shelter.